Position at Findmypast

Project Conservator
Findmypast

Working alongside a team of scanning operators, the Project
Conservator needs to work efficiently to assess and prepare volumes
for digitisation.

The Project Conservator ensures that all information on the document
can be captured and that damage to documents during scanning is
minimised through appropriate preparation.  They must be able to
meet strict targets and deadlines so an ability to work and maintain
judgment under pressure is vital.  They are responsible for meeting
set deadlines in order to ensure a steady workflow to the scanning
team.

The role requires a recognised professional qualification in
conservation with a specialism book, paper or archives conservation
at degree level or higher, or equivalent experience.  This role will
be on an initial 3 month basis with the possibility to extend and
based in our Bicester office.

Responsibilities

    Prepare original documents for imaging

    Assess the condition of documents and carry out minimal
    treatments where necessary, in accordance with the instructions
    of the Conservation Manager

    Make decisions regarding treatments and materials, selecting the
    most appropriate available or adapting existing processes while
    adhering to the ICON code of ethics and professional standards

    Work with fragile documents under pressure while maintaining a
    high level of manual dexterity.

    Manage own workload to meet targets and deadlines

    Keep organised records and maintain project documentation as
    required

    Provide on-going practical assistance to the scanning team where
    required

    Work closely with other teams involved in digitization to ensure
    workflow

Essential Skills

    A graduate from a recognised conservation programme or
    appropriate equivalent work experience with a specialism in
    book, paper or archives.

    Demonstrable paper, book or archive conservation experience
    and/or training

    Knowledge of current conservation practice and ethical standards

    Demonstrable skills in solving complex problems and making
    decisions with a high degree of professional judgment

    Ability to work effectively both independently and on a team to
    deliver outcomes to an agreed standard and timetable

    Strong organisational skills and ability to plan and prioritise
    work while under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines and
    targets

    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    Proficiency with IT systems including MS office products

Desirable Skills

    Experience of project work

    Experience of preparing collections for digitisation

    Experience of collection surveys and condition assessment

    Experience of liaising with internal and external stakeholders

Please apply by sending your CV and covering letter to
recruitment<-at->findmypast<.>com, closing date 30 June2015

Emma Leyland
HR Advisor, Findmypast
The Glebe
6 Chapel Place
London EC2A 3DQ
+44 207 994 0125
Mobile: +44 7989233387


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